News Highlights

Michael Moore brings the house down at UVSC (Associated Press, Deseret Morning News, and Salt Lake Tribune).

More than $1 million is pouring into Utah's 2nd District race (Morning News).

Donald Dunn wants signed statement from Nancy Workman's doctor or the Democrats will sue (Morning News and Tribune).

The Tribune endorses Rep. Rob Bishop
and the St. George Spectrum endorses Sen. Bob Bennett.

Quote of the Day

“. . . it is fitting that the First Presidency of the LDS Church Tuesday offered an opinion that, no matter how much those on the other side may try to shade it, has the effect of endorsing Utah's anti-gay marriage Amendment 3. The church, like any other individual or association, has a clear constitutional and human right to express itself on this or any other matter. Local leaders of other denominations, including Episcopalian, Methodist, Lutheran and Presbyterian churches, Wednesday took a clear stand against Amendment 3, as is their right. But, like the proposed constitutional amendment the church implicitly backs, the LDS leadership has taken a position that goes too far.”

- Salt Lake Tribune editorial disagreeing with the LDS Church’s position on Amendment 3.

A Much-Needed Diversion

Who cares about politics when baseball is so fun? Massachusetts isn't a battleground state, anyway, but you can bet the eradication of the curse is getting a lot more attention than favorite son John Kerry.

Leadership Races Hard to Count

Who's ahead in the race for Utah Senate president between Sen. John Valentine and Sen. Michael Waddoups ? It will partly depend on the outcome of the Nov. 2 Senate contests, but Valentine is probably the frontrunner.

However, Valentine acknowledges leadership races are notoriously hard to count. Senators want to curry favor with both contenders, so a “You're my guy” commitment can't always be taken at face value. At a recent fundraising reception, Valentine said as he interacts with other senators and asks for their votes, responses usually come in three ways. If someone says “You're doing a great job; I'm glad you're running; keep it up,” then he assumes that's a no vote. If someone says, “I'm with you, but I can't go public right now,” then he assumes it's a maybe. He only assumes a vote is firm when a senator is willing to be open and public with his or her support with no reservations.

So how does he feel about the race? Cautious optimism.

NAC Election Guide

The Newspaper Agency Corporation has produced an election guide, really an advertising supplement to the Deseret Morning News and Salt Lake Tribune , that was inserted in Wednesday's newspapers. It includes stories about Peter Corroon, Ellis Ivory, Amendment 3 and several legislative candidates, but they had to buy an ad to get the story. NAC has also produced an on-line elections guide a www.utahelections.net.

Demos Tout Balance

The State Democratic Party is running a generic radio spot that highlights Republican scandals, particularly in Salt Lake County, and then asks voters to support Democratic candidates to bring more balance to Utah government.

Successful public relations begins with a good media list. Create one by researching local and regional media and identifying key reporters and editors. Reporters and their editors want sources to be familiar with their programs or publications, their beats—even the correct spelling of their names. This process takes effort, but it's worth it.

First you'll need to know how media outlets are staffed and organized. Today we'll look at the staff of newspaper newsrooms.

Publisher. The publisher is usually responsible for the entire newspaper, overseeing its news operation, production, circulation and advertising.

Editor or Managing Editor. The managing editor oversees the daily operations of the newsroom and is responsible for all local news stories, deciding what stories will be printed, where they will appear and how long they will run.

City Editor. The City Editor oversees local hard news gathering, but not sports or features.

Specialty Editors. There are editors for various topics—politics, business, health, etc. They meet with the city editor and managing editor to determine what stories will be covered and who should cover them. They also edit and rewrite copy.

Editorial Page Editor. The editorial page editor oversees and writes editorials on the opinion page of the newspaper and oversees op-ed pieces and letters to the editor. At smaller weeklies and dailies, the publisher often handles this function.

Photo Editor. Photo editors determine which photographs will accompany news stories and assign photographers to cover events. Promote your event by providing the photo editor with any visuals you may have, such as banners or backdrops.

Reporter. The reporter gathers vital information, writes it up and submits the final draft to his or her editor. Depending on the size of the publication, a story may go through several hands before it is printed.

Editorial Boards. Consisting mostly of editorial writers, publishers and top editors, the editorial board meets on a regular basis to discuss issues of the day, determine what issues will be addressed in editorials, and what positions the editorials will take. While you can't always expect the paper to agree with your position, you can usually meet with the editorial board and explain your point of view.

Sen. Mike Dmitrich, District 27, October 23
Rep. James R. Gowans, District 21, October 25
Rep. R. Curt Webb, District 5, October 25
Sen. Peter Knudson, District 17, October 26

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Denver Post
- West gains $1.1 billion in royalties

Associated Press
- Michael Moore brings Bush-bashing to Utah

Davis County Clipper
- Demo party was behind calls
- Fluoride proponents still won't debate
- Wal-Mart opponents vow to fight on
- City council is next stop for Wal-Mart

Deseret Morning News
- Moore rips 'n roars: Filmmaker praises duo who spurred his Utah visit
- Protests colorful, noisy, in minority
- 2nd District race rakes in big $$
- Democrats planning suit over ballot
- Protestants flay '3' as a 'bad law'
- Lawmakers tackle product liability
- Do petitions lack facts?
- Changes are sought in initiative rules
- Lawmakers want child-care audit
- Matheson, Swallow cross swords
- 3 attorney general candidates debate at U.
- State is running $57 million surplus

Daily Herald
- Church clarifies its position on legal definitions of marriage
- Spanish Fork passes beer sales ordinance without discussion
- Editorial: The ABCs of election reform

St. George Spectrum
- Republican leaders rally for Swallow
- State treasurer candidates present qualifications
- State Auditor candidates express views
- Supporters tout Amendments 1 and 2
- Op-ed: I'm proud to be a Democrat
- Editorial: Bob Bennett deserves third Senate term

KSL
- Editorial: Vote "Yes" on Initiative One

Standard-Examiner
- Religions opposing proposal
- Draft bill addresses nonregistered, uninsured vehicles
- Company's gain is taxpayers' loss
- Editorial: Consult information on non-glamour races

Salt Lake Tribune
- Fiery filmmaker rocks the hall in staid Utah County
- Moore: Voices
- Tears, jeers and cheers - few in audience are neutral
- Campaign season's new spin: Donate organs
- AG hopefuls scrap over Amendment 3
- Demos insist on new doctor's note for Workman
- Officials push a green spin for Bush record
- Utah diocese opposes Amendment 3
- Audit reveals council's errors
- Hill, other bases, queried for next round of closures
- Cook revels in his freedom from party ties
- Renaming Lake Powell turned down
- Vacant seat filled in the Utah House
- Editorial: Going too far
- Editorial: Bishop in 1st District

Please submit calendar items to Daily@UtahPolicy.com

- Oct 21: Radio West "Vote 2004: The Race for Utah Governor", 11 am, KUER-FM 90.1, featuring Jon Huntsman.
- Oct 21: Hinckley Institute of Politics, "Vote 2004: The Race for House District 25", 1 pm, KUER-FM 90.1, featuring Ross Romero and Martine Smith.
- Oct 21: Mark Shurtleff attends Midvale Senior Center Meet the Candidate, 10:45 am; Chamber West Meet the Candidate, 11:45 am; PTA Legislative Forum, 1 pm.
- Oct 21: Jon Huntsman Interview on Radio West, 11 am, KUER FM 90. Oct 21: 3rd Congressional District featured on Bruce Lindsay's Conversation with the Candidates, 6:10 pm, KSL TV.
- Oct 21: Gubernatorial Debate, On the Record with ABC 4 News Reporter Chris Vanocur, 7 pm.
- Oct 22: Radio West "Vote 2004: The Race for Utah's 2nd Congressional District", 11 am, KUER-FM 90.1, with Jim Matheson and John Swallow.
- Oct 22: Mark Shurtleff attends Meet the Candidate at South Jordan Senior Center, 11 am.
- Oct 23: Jon Huntsman attends Meet the Candidate events: 1 pm at Pioneer Park, SLC; 3 pm at Small World Preschool, 4130 S. 3600 W, WVC.
- Oct 23: Mark Shurtleff attends Meet the Candidate in Lehi, 6 pm.
- Oct 23: Jim Matheson at the U of U Football Rally.
- Oct 23: Peter Corroon at Utah football game vs. UNLV pre-game activities, 3:30 – 5:00 pm, Rice-Eccles Stadium, SLC.
- Oct 23: Scott Matheson attends Latino Meet the Candidate Night. Call 801-485-6890 for more info.
- Oct 24: Jon Huntsman speaks to Valley Assembly of God, 10:45 am, 3818 W. 4700 S, SLC.
- Oct 24: Civic Dialogue presents Salt Lake County Mayoral Race Debate, 5:30 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 24: US Senate Candidates Bob Bennett and Paul Van Dam debate, 5:30 pm, KUTV Channel 2.
- Oct 24: Third District Candidates Chris Cannon and Beau Babka debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 25: Peter Corroon Honk’n’Wave, 7:30-8:30 am, Bangerter Hwy @ California Ave; 4:30-6 pm, Bangerter Hwy @ 3100 S.
- Oct 25: Utah Foundation & Hinckley Institute of Politics lecture on Education-The Debate Over School Choice and Tuition Tax Credits, Noon, U of U Spencer Hall Rm 255. Free to Public. Also broadcast on KUER-FM 90.1.
- Oct 25: Attorney General Debate, 3 pm, KBYU.
- Oct 25: Gubernatorial Debate, KSL-TV, KSL Radio and the Deseret Morning News, Rose Wagner Theatre, 7 pm.
- Oct 25: Meet the State and National Candidates Night, 7-9 pm, Whittier Community Center, 290 N. 400 E, Logan. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters and the PTA.
- Oct 26: Salt Lake Chamber Board of Governors, 7:30 a.m., Chamber Board Room, featuring candidates Jon Huntsman, Nancy Workman, Mark Shurtleff.
- Oct 26: Hinckley Institute of Politics presents "Iraq" a talk by: Jim Mayfield, Professor Emeritus, Political Science Department, U of U, 9:10 am, KUER-FM 90.1.
- Oct 26: Radio West presents "Open Space", 11 am, KUER-FM 90.1
- Oct 26: Mark Shurtleff attends Meet the Candidate events: Salt Lake Chamber of Commerce at 7:30 am, Mt. Olympus Senior Center at 11:30 am.
- Oct 26: US Senate Candidates Bob Bennett and Paul Van Dam debate, Noon, Salt Lake Rotary Club, Downtown Marriott, 75 S. West Temple.
- Oct 26: Green Party of Utah Roots Local Monthly Meeting, Noon, Sprague Library, 1100 East, just past 2100 South, Salt Lake City. Contact: 486-2558.
- Oct 26: US Senate Candidates Bob Bennett and Paul Van Dam debate, 2:30 pm, KBYU Studios Harris Fine Arts Center, Brigham Young University.
- Oct 26: Peter Corroon Honk’n’Wave, 7:30-8:30 am, 5600 W. 4100 S; 4:30-6 pm, 4700 S. Redwood Rd.
- Oct 26: Utah Attorney General Candidates debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 27: Mark Shurtleff attends Meet the Candidate events: Taylorsville Senior Center at 11 am, Weber County PTA at 7 pm.
- Oct 27: Peter Corroon Honk’n’Wave, 7:30-8:30 am, N. Temple @ 900 W; 4:30-6 pm, 10600 S. Redwood Rd.
- Oct 27: US Senate Candidates Bob Bennett and Paul Van Dam debate, 5:30 pm, KSL 5.
- Oct 28: Peter Corroon Honk’n’Wave, 7:30-8:30 am, Midvale Ft. Union TRAX Station; 4:30-6 pm, 1300 E. Sego Lily.
- Oct 28: Radio West "Vote 2004: The Race for Utah State Senator", 11 am, KUER-FM 90.1, featuring Robert Bennett and Paul Van Dam.
- Oct 28: Hinckley Institute of Politics presents "Vote 2004: The Race for Salt Lake County Council", 1 pm, Steve Harmsen and Jenny Wilson featured.
- Oct 28: Second District Candidates Jim Matheson and John Swallow debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 28-29: UEA Convention.
- Oct 29: Peter Corroon Honk’n’Wave, 7:30-8:30 am, 9400 S. 700 E; 4:30-6 pm, 2100 S. 700 E.
- Oct 29: Gubernatorial Debate, KUED Studios, 7 pm, U of U, airs Nov. 1.
- Oct 29: Peter Corroon at the Utah Grizzlies game vs. Milwaukee Admirals, 7 pm, The E Center, West Valley.
- Oct 30: US Senate Candidates Bob Bennett and Paul Van Dam debate, 6 pm, KUED Eccles Broadcasting Center.
- Oct 31: Civic Dialogue presents a moderated debate on the Utah Constitutional Revision of Marriage, 5 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Oct 31: US Senate Candidates Bob Bennett and Paul Van Dam scheduled to debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Nov 1: Peter Corroon Honk’n’Wave, 7-8 am, Union Park Ave; 4:30-6 pm, 400 S. 400 W.
- Nov 1: Utah Candidates for Governor scheduled to debate, 7 pm, KUED Channel 7.
- Nov 2: Peter Corroon Honk’n’Wave, 7-8 am, Wasatch Blvd at Fort Union Blvd; 4:30-6 pm, 6200 S. 3000 E.
- Nov 2: General Election, 7 am to 8 pm.

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